For many people, wearing glasses or contact lens has long been a part of life. However, with new surgical options, a doctor can fix many common vision problems. For those opting for LASIK, a doctor can provide details of the procedure and outline exactly what the patient should expect.

First, the doctor uses drops to numb the eye; as a result, the procedure is typically painless. The doctor will use a special surgical instrument to hold the patient’s eye open and make a flap on the cornea’s surface. At this point, the doctor will use the laser to make small modifications to the corneal shape in accordance with the patient’s particular prescription. After completing this stage, the doctor will then put the flap back in place. Once the procedure ends, the patient should then follow the doctor’s instructions for aftercare during the recovery period. For instance, the patient will need to use certain eye drops for a period of time after the surgery and return for follow-up visits.